Aayush's Posts

its up to her doctor when its time for surgery.. most of us have known about our BAV for years.. I still have not had surgery and I am 55. I didnt know I had it til I was 50.. Fear is part of the story .. but, reading all the se wonderful outcomes on this sites has made me feel so much better, and when the time comes for surgery, I wont say I wont be scared, thats normal, but I know that it will turned it ok.. and your girlfriend will be fine too.. I hope she takes some comfort in all these wonderful people who share their stories with us.. Best of luck..

I agree, that only her doctor can determine when surgery is needed. I was born with BAV and it was discovered when I was 13. At 66 I finally was advised that I needed surgery. Your girlfriend needs to have her heart checked at least yearly to keep track of any changes. Good luck to you both.

Your girlfriend is experiencing this is in her own way. Perhaps her own way is not talking about it. You, as the caregiver, have a different experience and different needs. Perhaps just let her know that you are there for her and willing to listen if she needs to talk. Surgeries are successful these days, but there is anxiety pre and post surgery and recovery can be a long and tiring journey. Take care Aayush.

Just to add, this is obviously not routine for the patient or their family, but it is comforting to know that the surgery is happening all the time and has been happening for years (and is only getting better). One thing I find really helpful is to have someone with me at the bigger medical appointments because I often get a little woozy, forget to ask questions or really pay attention.